Quetta gets female traffic wardens

The Balochistan police has deployed female traffic constables in Quetta city to ensure smooth flow of traffic and deal with women commuters.

It is for the first time that the police has started recruiting female constables, a private news channel reported on Friday. It was need of the hour as male constables could not deal with female drivers due to cultural restrictions.

According to police sources, some women were also found driving non-customs paid vehicles and using tinted windows. It was very difficult for male officers to stop and challan women. The addition of female traffic sergeants will also promote gender equality in the police department.